About Hinds Behavioral Health Services
Hinds Behavioral Health Services is based in Jackson, Mississippi. They offer a variety of services to help adults and children who are experiencing addiction to alcohol or drugs. This includes medication assisted treatment for those with an alcohol or opioid use disorder diagnosis.
They have a dedicated adolescent program that is open to those between the ages of 12 and 18.
Comprehensive Addiction Treatment
Their intensive outpatient program includes individual and group therapy which address addictive behaviors and any mental health issues you’re experiencing. They host relapse prevention classes several times a week.
You can also receive family and relationship education, which aims to improve your close relationships. They’ll teach you about different family dynamics and the best ways to communicate with each other.
They facilitate peer support services, connecting you with others who have gone through recovery and can give you advice, support, and encouragement during and after treatment.
Integrated Mental Health and Primary Medical Care
For existing adult clients, Hinds offers an integrated care program which allows you to get primary medical care and mental health care from the same location. Primary healthcare services are provided by Central MS Health Services.
First Aid Training for Mental Health
They also offer first aid training here that focuses on responding to mental health or addiction-related crises. This course includes a ton of education and practical steps to take when you see someone struggling with a panic attack, suicidal thoughts or behaviors, self-harm, acute psychosis, overdose, or withdrawal from substances.
If you know someone experiencing addiction, this course gives you everything you need to know about helping your loved one stay safe through a crisis situation.
